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Democratic Primary Heats Up: Tensions Over Israel Rise

2/12/2026

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Justice Democrats and Peace, Accountability, Leadership (PAL) PAC endorsed Kat Abughazaleh for Illinois's 9th District Democratic primary.
Abughazaleh emphasized her commitment to Palestinian rights and criticized Democratic Party priorities.
Daniel Biss, Evanston's mayor, has the support of retiring Rep. Jan Schakowsky and other progressives.
State Senator Laura Fine is backed by a group tied to the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), reflecting tensions over Israel within the Democratic Party.
The primary is set for March 17.

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Justice Democrats and Peace, Accountability, Leadership (PAL) PAC endorsed Kat Abughazaleh for Illinois's 9th District Democratic primary.
Abughazaleh emphasized her commitment to Palestinian rights and criticized Democratic Party priorities.
Daniel Biss, Evanston's mayor, has the support of retiring Rep. Jan Schakowsky and other progressives.
State Senator Laura Fine is backed by a group tied to the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), reflecting tensions over Israel within the Democratic Party.
The primary is set for March 17.